US issues Level 4 ‘Do Not Travel’ warning for 14 areas across Ethiopia amid security risks
The United States has issued a level 4 travel advisory warning its citizens against travelling to several areas across Ethiopia, citing armed conflict, unrest, crime, terrorism, kidnapping and other security threats as the country faces a renewed military crisis in its north.
By Solomon EkanemSouth Africa

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Ethiopia is experiencing its most severe northern conflict since the 2020–2022 Tigray war, with fighting spreading across multiple regions. (Image: martinplaut.com)
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- 21 words · 1 min read
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- October 8, 2026
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- Solomon Ekanem
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- Business Insider